A comedian who became a lightning rod for controversy at the Oscars in 2022 has yet to return to the high-profile event, marking an unusual absence for someone with a history of hosting the ceremony. The incident involving a slap at the stage remains one of the most shocking moments in Academy Awards history, overshadowing the comedian’s previous appearances. With no public appearances at the event since then, speculation has grown about whether they will ever return. The comedian’s absence raises questions about the lasting impact of that night and their future role in Hollywood’s biggest night.


The comedian hasn't been back to the Oscars since the infamous Will Smith slap in 2022.